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Position Summary The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct ... At least one (1) year of nursing experience; prior corrections, behavioral health, or addiction ...

Position Summary The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct ... At least one (1) year of nursing experience; prior corrections, behavioral health, or addiction ...

Position Summary The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct ... At least one (1) year of nursing experience; prior corrections, behavioral health, or addiction ...

Position Summary The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct ... At least one (1) year of nursing experience; prior corrections, behavioral health, or addiction ...

Position Summary The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct ... At least one (1) year of nursing experience; prior corrections, behavioral health, or addiction ...

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How much do addiction rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for addiction rn in Maine is $44.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.82 and $51.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Addiction RN?

An Addiction RN (Registered Nurse) is a nursing professional who specializes in caring for patients struggling with substance use disorders. They provide medical support, administer medications, monitor withdrawal symptoms, and educate patients and families about addiction and recovery. Addiction RNs often work in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, outpatient clinics, or community health settings. Their role is vital in both the medical management of addiction and supporting patients through the recovery process.

How does an Addiction RN typically collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient recovery?

As an Addiction RN, you will work closely with physicians, social workers, counselors, and other healthcare professionals to create and implement individualized care plans for patients struggling with substance use disorders. Daily, you may participate in team meetings to discuss patient progress, coordinate medication management, and provide education on harm reduction strategies. Effective communication and collaboration are essential to ensure continuity of care and to support patients' physical and emotional needs throughout their recovery journey.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Addiction RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Addiction RN, you need a solid background in nursing practice, addiction treatment protocols, and mental health care, typically with an active RN license and experience or certification in addiction or behavioral health nursing. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), detoxification management tools, and substance abuse screening instruments is highly beneficial. Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and crisis intervention abilities help Addiction RNs build trust and effectively support patients through recovery. These competencies are essential to provide safe, evidence-based care and facilitate positive outcomes for individuals struggling with addiction.

What is the difference between Addiction Rn vs Substance Abuse Counselor?

AspectAddiction RnSubstance Abuse Counselor
CredentialsRegistered Nurse license, specialized training in addictionState certification or license, counseling credentials
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, detox centersRehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, community programs
Job FocusMedical management, patient care, medication administrationCounseling, therapy, behavioral interventions

While both roles focus on addiction treatment, Addiction Rns primarily provide medical care and manage medications, whereas Substance Abuse Counselors focus on therapy and behavioral support. Both are essential in addiction recovery but serve different functions within treatment settings.

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Infographic showing various Addiction Rn job openings in Maine as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 15% As Needed, 40% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $92,619 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine

Waterville, ME โ€ข On-site

MaineGeneral Health
Hospitalsย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

$107K - $157K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Waterville, ME

Full time

R16495

Job Summary:Provides primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Job Description:

The department of Addiction Medicine at MaineGeneral Medical Center is looking for motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioners to join the team.

From its inception in February 2021, the over-arching goal of the Addiction Medicine Department has been to provide low-barrier, evidence-based care for patients suffering from substance use disorder.

We welcome candidates with direct experiences in addiction treatment, however, it is not explicitly required. Our team will work with any clinician to provide job-specific training, as needed. We are looking for team members whose general practice ideals and approach to patient care are in line with our own. Our core philosophy is rooted in the practice of harm reduction and we believe very strongly that treating patients with dignity, respect, and empathy leads to better treatment retention and outcomes.

Highlights of the role include:

  • An outpatient-based care setting working with a team of passionate and dedicated staff

  • A focus on the most current evidence-based standards of care

  • On-the-job training, as needed

  • Enjoy collaborative opportunities and additional supports that come with being part of a larger healthcare system

Join a team of passionate, driven individuals with a common objective: To provide comprehensive, compassionate care to the people in our community suffering from the disease of addiction.

Compensation Information:

$107,642 - $157,642

Certifications: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Maine State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Maine State Board of Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Scheduled Work Shift:

Benefits:

Supporting all aspects of our employeesโ€™ wellness โ€“ physical, emotional and financial โ€“ is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.

Physical Wellness:

  • We offer quality health, dental, and vision benefits and wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle and help manage health care costs.

  • Employees have access to industry-leading leave for new parents.

  • A generous earned time/paid time off plan is offered to all employees - We believe employees need and deserve time away from work to observe holidays, be with family, go on vacation, or simply take care of themselves.

Emotional Wellness:

When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household.

Financial Wellness:

  • Tuition Reimbursement is available to all employees to further develop skills and career.

  • Educational Loan Reimbursement is available to pay down outstanding eligible medical education debt.

  • Eligible medical staff receive both leave days, as well as reimbursement amounts for Continuing Medical Education.

  • We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan. Eligible physicians are also provided the opportunity to participate in a 457(b) retirement plan should they meet their contribution limits of their 403(b) plan.

  • Three insurance plans are available to protect your family from the sudden loss of income in the event of your death, terminal illness or serious injury from accident.

  • Malpractice is provided, to include tail coverage to all eligible medical staff.

  • We offer both short-term and long-term disability insurance to replace a portion of your income if you become disabled and cannot work for a period of time.

Career Mobility:

Helping our employees develop their skills and grow their careers is critical to how we retain our talent and sustain our business. We do this by offering our teammates a variety of leadership-supported programs and learning and development resources for every stage of their professional development. We know that our employees are our most valuable resource โ€“ theyโ€™re how we grow our business and care for our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at (207) 861-3440 .

MaineGeneral Medical Center has an internal referral bonus program for all employed medical staff. Please contact physician recruitment for more details of this program.

MaineGeneral participates in E-Verify. Click the links below to view more information regarding E-Verify:

Employee Rights (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf)

E-Verify Participation

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability: In furtherance of MaineGeneral's policy regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, MaineGeneral has developed a written Affirmative Action Program which sets forth the policies, practices and procedures that MaineGeneral is committed to in order to ensure that its policy of nondiscrimination and affirmative action is accomplished.

The Affirmative Action Plan for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities is available for inspection by any employee or candidate for employment upon request, during normal business hours, in the Human Resources Department. Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at (207) 861-3440 . EEO is Law (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)


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MaineGeneral Health is a comprehensive non-profit system with the mission of enhancing, every day, the health of our patients, our families and our communities.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Augusta, ME, US

Year founded

1998

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